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DG56 PVO

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,134 mi
Last recorded99,134 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 PVO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 99,134 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 98,986 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 98,820 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 98,159 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 96,196 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 95,550 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 93,660 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 89,045 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 85,459 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 85,459 miles

Registration plate lamp not working new bulb (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 81,719 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 77,913 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 74,078 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 70,684 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 66,785 miles

N/s parking brake effort less than normal

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 60,479 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 55,436 miles

both rear tyrs on limit change soon

front discs badly worn

Fail 27 Jan 2011 55,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs badly worn

Pass 29 Jan 2010 41,133 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 35,006 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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DG56 PVO is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 88,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG56 PVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG56 PVO registered?

DG56 PVO is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is DG56 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 PVO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG56 PVO have outstanding finance?

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